$36.8 million Thruway construction project to start in Genesee, Monroe

Press Release, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s Office

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of a $36.8 million pavement improvement project on the New York State Thruway (I-90) in Monroe and Genesee Counties.

The work will cover nearly 54 miles between exit 45 (Rochester – Victor – I-490) and exit 47 (Rochester – LeRoy – I-490 – NY Route 19). More than 11 million vehicles travel this stretch of the Thruway annually, which serves as a critical gateway between Rochester and Buffalo.

“New York is undertaking multiple capital projects along the New York State Thruway to improve its aging infrastructure,” Governor Hochul said. “We are committed to investing in these critical projects to provide a safe travel experience for motorists.”

Sealand Contractors Corporation from Rush, NY is the project contractor following a competitive bidding process. The work is scheduled to be completed next summer.

  The project includes full and partial depth repairs to remove and replace deteriorated portions of the roadway from milepost 351.4 to 378.2 eastbound and westbound, increasing the road’s overall structural integrity for improved long-term rideability.

The project also features a new asphalt riding surface for this stretch of the Thruway totaling approximately 108 lane miles. Crews will also resurface the interchange ramps at exit 46, all U-turns including their adjacent acceleration and deceleration lanes, the parking area at milepost 353.1 eastbound, and the Ontario and Scottsville Service Areas.

Other safety improvements include increased vertical clearance, installation of milled-in audible roadway delineators (MIRADS) or rumble strips and upgraded drainage. New mile markers will also be installed. Work will primarily take place overnight.

Thruway Authority Executive Director Frank G. Hoare said, “The safety and reliability of the Thruway is one of our top priorities. The Authority is making historic investments in capital improvement projects to maintain, modernize and rebuild the Thruway system across New York State for generations to come.”

 Genesee County Chair Rochelle Stein said, “Genesee County recognizes the importance of transportation for residents, manufacturers and farm producers who rely on the Thruway so our economy can move our goods and services and grow.”